Here is a picture of the new Ruger LCP .380 I just got, compared to the Kahr PM9. It appears to be close to the same size, until you slip it in a pocket or a small IWB holster. It is a nice little gun, quality craftsmanship, shoots good, and looks good. I paid 299 for it, and very happy with it.

March 23rd, 2008, 12:00 PM

Redneck Repairs

Got a P3at that you can line all 3 up for pics ?

March 23rd, 2008, 12:07 PM

Hivoltage

Nope, I got rid of my P3AT shortly after I got it, like after the first outing with it. That is why I wanted one of these Rugers so bad. I loved the size of the P3AT, but was not happy with it at all.

March 23rd, 2008, 01:59 PM

Freedomofchoice

I've got an LCP on order......distributer told my gun shop it would be 2 to 3 weeks, but I'm prepared for a longer wait. $299 also.

March 23rd, 2008, 03:37 PM

cvhoss

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redneck Repairs

Got a P3at that you can line all 3 up for pics ?

Really no need to as the LCP and P3AT are virtually identical in size.

Great post, very informative but the biggest difference to me is the price! OUCH!

March 24th, 2008, 02:30 PM

fernset

Looking at the specs and the fact that there are so many people happy with the keltec, it still seems to be the best choice for a poket gun, At least compared o the LCP.

March 24th, 2008, 02:52 PM

Hivoltage

Quote:

Originally Posted by fernset

Looking at the specs and the fact that there are so many people happy with the keltec, it still seems to be the best choice for a poket gun, At least compared o the LCP.

Not sure I could agree with that...my Kel-Tec was a horrible mess, both in appearance and shootability. My LCP shines in both them qualities. I only mention this because if you are considering a pocket gun....do some research on both guns.

March 24th, 2008, 03:53 PM

AZ Husker

I felt them both side by side at the SHOT Show. No comparison, the Ruger has it all over the problematic Kel-Tec. I ordered one for $259 + $20 shipping. Price is not an issue!

March 24th, 2008, 07:49 PM

cvhoss

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hivoltage

Not sure I could agree with that...my Kel-Tec was a horrible mess, both in appearance and shootability. My LCP shines in both them qualities. I only mention this because if you are considering a pocket gun....do some research on both guns.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AZ Husker

I felt them both side by side at the SHOT Show. No comparison, the Ruger has it all over the problematic Kel-Tec. I ordered one for $259 + $20 shipping. Price is not an issue!

+1 on that. While I really have no complaints about my KT as it has been utterly reliable, looking at the two pistols side-by-side it is obvious that the Ruger takes the win in attention to detail and finishing. If a person already has a KT and it works, then you can make an argument that there's no need to upgrade to the LCP. But, if you don't already have either one and see them together, given that the price point is so close, I can't envision picking the KT over the Ruger. My little LCP is my constant companion, even taking trips to the little boys room with me. It will not replace my EDC P239, but for those quick trips or places where you need that small pistol, I think the LCP is a winner.

Hoss

March 25th, 2008, 06:14 PM

fernset

I plan on buying a keltec in august but am not ready to jump on the LCP band wagon yet. There are not enough LCPs on the market to really tell if they are more reliable than the keltec. And the fact that the LCP is prettier finished means nothing to me. From what I hear the LCP is better finished on the outside but not necisarily on the inside. Aparantly it has the same guts as the keltec,... so why believe it will be any more reliable when there are the same amount on the street.???

KT has good customer service because they have plenty of practice at it!!!

March 25th, 2008, 10:23 PM

DenLee

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hivoltage

Gee...Like I believe that thread.

KT has good customer service because they have plenty of practice at it!!!

I have a great fully reliable P3AT after a vacation in FL. I will use it for a few more years and then pick up the Ruger. Then decide what goes in the pocket. I think this is great for both camps.:banana:

March 25th, 2008, 10:54 PM

Paymeister

Thanks to Hivoltage for the photo: here's the same photo, superimposed via the wonders of GIMP (free software) to show size comparison. Not 100% accurate, as they were not on the same axis, but probably a better representation than if they were stacked.